Below the Surface, Sally Painter

This globally recognised certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalised training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Scuba  Diver certification. Course costs include all kit hire, pool sessions, open water dives and final certification with SSI. This course also includes the SSI snorkel diver which you will complete rather than teaching just a few required snorkel skills we offer the whole course & is offered free of charge with this course . We specialise in small group courses, pool sessions will be no more than 4 students to one instructor & open water dives will be supported one to one with one of our dive pros along side your instructor so you can feel happy and confident to just enjoy your dives.

This globally recognised certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalised training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification. Course costs include all kit hire, pool sessions and final certification with SSI. This course also includes the SSI snorkel diver which you will complete rather than teaching just a few required snorkel skills we offer the whole course & is free of charge with this course . We specialise in small group courses, pool sessions will be no more than 4 students to one instructor & open water dives if you choose to continue to  complete your Open Water course with us (extra costs) will be supported one to one with one of our dive pros along side your instructor so you can feel happy and confident to just enjoy your dives.

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and we hope wish to continue your dive training. Offering endless scuba diving adventure, this is just where it all begins. From aged only 8 this is a great course for team building, kids parties, groups & always a  popular one for the scout, cubs & guides. 

React Right is SSI’s emergency first response course and provides you with the training and knowledge you need to act as a first responder in a medical emergency. In this flexible dive program, you can choose which subjects you want to learn about, including primary assessment, first aid, CPR and primary stabilization techniques. You can also learn about oxygen administration in diving emergencies and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) basics. Using a combination of academic sessions and practical training scenarios, this program will give you the tools and confidence you need for emergency response. By the time you are certified, you will be able to act as an emergency first responder, provide first aid and CPR, administer oxygen and provide AED support in a medical emergency. refresh costs for this course only £75 call to book see website using link below to purchase Earn your SSI React Right specialty certification. Get started today!

It is easy for dive skills to get rusty and to lose confidence when you have not dived for a while. With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, we will get you back in the water and diving with ease in no time. This scuba refresher course allows you to review and practice scuba skills you learned in your Open Water Diver program, under the guidance of an SSI Professional. This is a great course to take just before a dive holiday, so you spend less time worrying about your skills and more time admiring the marine life. If you are a non-certified Open Water Diver student, a Scuba Skills Update is ideal for practicing your dive skills before your open water training dives. With no fixed course duration, you can take your time and focus on the skills you need help with.

The SSI Snorkel Diver program is your first step towards discovering a passion for the underwater world. It is the best way to learn how to snorkel and develop your confidence in the water, so you can go snorkeling and explore the mesmerizing landscapes and wildlife of the aquatic world. You do not need to be a proficient swimmer to participate in the Snorkel Diver program, and there is no minimum age to join. You just need to be comfortable in the water, able to maintain your buoyancy, and ready to begin the adventure of a lifetime! In this program, you will be introduced to the equipment and skills you need to go snorkeling safely. Begin your snorkeling training and earn your SSI Snorkel Diver recognition card today!

The SSI Open Water Referral allows you to split your Open Water Diver training between two centres. This allows you to complete the four open water dives at a SSI Centre of your choice. The benefit is you do not spend your whole holiday studying and will have more time to dive! Course costs include all kit hire, pool sessions & final certification with SSI. This course also includes the SSI snorkel diver which you will complete rather than teaching just a few required snorkel skills we offer the whole course & is offered free of charge with this course . We specialise in small group courses, pool sessions will be no more than 4 students to one instructor. MIN AGE 10

Unforgettable aquatic adventures for kids – Go underwater and discover the wonder of Snorkel & Scuba Explorer programs The SSI Explorers program starts with snorkel explorer & allows children starting at age six to go underwater and sample the different ways they can explore the aquatic world around them. once 8 they can follow on with scuba explorer where they will gain a solid foundation in ocean conservation and have the opportunity to experience snorkelling & scuba diving. SSI Explorers can also expand their diving knowledge as they continue their underwater experience with specialty courses like boat diving, rescue diver, DPV diver , underwater photography & many more. The cost includes theory for blue oceans, snorkel, scuba & all scuba specialties they may choose to explore later. One pool session with a instructor for the snorkel explorer & four pool sessions for the scuba explorer & a blue oceans ecology session, it also includes SSI certification on their app. They can then follow with master explorer experience dives. The price for additional explorer experiences are based on £35 per pool session including certification. Course costs include; Theory up to and including master explorer All kit hire One snorkel session Four scuba sessions Subsequent sessions to complete the master explorer are based on a sessional rate of £35 Requirements

The Perfect Buoyancy specialty will teach you advanced buoyancy skills and techniques, so you can master your buoyancy more quickly and enjoy more relaxed dive adventures. In this program, you will also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in every diving situation, perfect as a winter course as this can be done in the pool, This is great course to take anytime but perfect for when you have purchased your own kit as during the sessions we can help you sort your weight & trim to get you ready to go. Having then gained better buoyancy skills, you will soon be able to hover with ease, take the underwater photographs you dream of, be everyone's dream buddy. We pride ourselves on small group training so there will never be any more than four on your course, so plenty of time to sort individual issues, Course costs include SSI theory & certification, two pool sessions, kit hire should you not have your own. 

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 32% oxygen.  Completing the eLearning without the practical session you will receive Enriched Air 32% certification, this can be done at your leisure with us available for any support you need & to review your exam questions with you. Because of this you can complete anytime, no need to fins a course date, just book & we will send the theory direct to your app. Or you can compete a practical session with us to gain the Enriched Air 40% certification. See our website for other course options & pricing. 

The SSI Dry Suit Diving Specialty Program provides the skills and concepts required to safely and comfortably dive while using a dry suit. You will learn the special requirements for dry suit diving, how to use your new equipment, the benefits of a dry suit, and how to deal with emergency situations that are unique to dry suit diving.  Great dive experiences are not limited to tropical reefs or the warm and sunny summer months. With the proper exposure protection, you can make diving a year-round activity, and experience the amazing diversity of dive sites. Minimum Age 12, course costs include one pool orientation session, two Open Water dives, eLearning & final certification upon completion. You can start by studying the academics anytime, anywhere at your own convenience & schedule your in-water training sessions.   

This program expands on the knowledge and skills learned in the SSI Wreck Diver Specialty. You will learn the skills required to plan and execute a penetration dive on a wreck. This includes buoyancy control, emergency procedures and using specialised equipment to lay a single guideline in a wreck that has clearly visible entry points that allows access to the surface in an emergency. Prerequisites SSI Open Water Diver or equivalent. + SSI Wreck Diver Specialty or equivalent At least 24 logged dives min age 15

The Dive Guide non pro program is the first step on an exciting journey. Learn to safely lead certified divers in various environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, doing site evaluations, and leading dives, you will become a confident Dive Guide in no time. Dive guide is a non Pro course for someone who just wants more confidence in diving with friends and leading your group. Begin your diving career working as a Dive Guide or continue the qualifications for Divemaster. Course fee incudes your training with us & your SSI eLearning. Please call for more information. If you are already looking to go pro then please purchase and book the divemaster course unless you have already completed the SSI Science of diving call if you need clarification.

In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be taught how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All of which hones your underwater observation skills, improves your dive safety and helps you to get the most out of every dive. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

Many of the ocean’s best dive sites are wrecks. These impressive structures attract unusually high densities of marine life and give you the chance to immerse in living history as you dive. There is nothing quite like wreck diving and the SSI Wreck Diving specialty will give you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident wreck diver. With a combination of academic and confined water sessions, you will be taught how to safely conduct non-penetration dives around wrecks and artificial reefs, up to a depth of 30 meters. You will also get to practice your wreck diving skills during open water training dives. All of which will ensure you can enjoy wreck diving with confidence and get the most out of every dive. On completion of this program, you will earn your SSI Wreck Diving specialty certification. Continue your adventures and become an Advanced Wreck diver, learning the skills required to safely penetrate wrecks. Our small group promise gives you the confidence to know you will be well supported in the water.Get started online today! Included with this course: SSI theory, two open water dives & final certification. min age: 10 /open water diver.

Join the SSI Science of Diving specialty and you will develop a complete understanding of the underwater world and its effects on the human body. This specialty is required training for most SSI Professional programs, as well as some Extended Range programs, and is an essential way to expand your dive knowledge. Available online, you can earn your SSI Science of Diving specialty certification from home and get ready to begin your dive professional career. this course can be done at anytime online, with or without a classroom session, although we will always be here to help with those tricky questions and happily give a teaching session face to face or via the internet. Upon completion, you will be halfway to earning the coveted SSI Divemaster rating and earn the SSI Science of Diving specialty certification.

The Dive Guide program is the first step on an exciting journey. Learn to safely lead certified divers in various environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, doing site evaluations, and leading dives, you will become a confident Dive Guide in no time. Dive guide is a non Pro course for someone who just wants more confidence in diving with friends and leading your group. Begin your diving career working as a Dive Guide or continue the qualifications for Divemaster. Course fee incudes your training with us & your SSI eLearning. Please call for more information. If you are already looking to go pro then please purchase and book the divemaster course unless you have already completed the SSI Science of diving call if you need clarification.

As a Nitrox diver, you can increase your bottom times and safety margins, plus shorten your surface intervals - so you can spend more time diving and less time waiting! In this program, you will learn new skills and increase your diving knowledge whilst learning how to safely plan and dive with enriched air mixtures of up to 40% oxygen.  Course cost include eLearning and certification with SSI & a practical session, learning how to analyse your cylinder and complete the documentation required in centres. As well as going over some of the theory & answering any questions you may have, on completion, you will earn an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 40% certification. If you only want the 32% or can not make a practical session due to distance then take a look at our 32% eLearning with online support . Giving you a certification of Enriched Air 32%.

Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment and enjoy safe and comfortable dives for years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques specialty is the best way to learn how to choose and store your dive kit. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn in-depth information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a thorough understanding of your diving equipment. This course is for a digital eLearning course only, with us available for support, to answer any questions & to review your exam questions. For this reason this course is available for you to complete anytime. If you wish to add a valuable practical session to this course, please see the other course option which includes a session with one of our service engineers to teach you minor repairs and tips for keeping you kit in the best condition.Description (Offer)

in this fantastic program, you will learn all the skills you need to safely and confidently conduct search and recovery dives. You will be taught how to use search patterns, specialised dive plans and equipment such as lift bags, lines and reels. whether its your mates dropped torch or a missing diver you will develop your search and communication techniques and practicing searches in a dive team & become a confident search and rescue diver in no time. Your course Cost includes: theory certification one pool session two open water dives. (one days diving) Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Search & Recovery specialty certification.